Detective Conan: Is Miss Haibara planning to assault a police officer again today?

Chapter 117 Can’t understand Smecta

Seeing that Shigehiko Tunguchi was about to continue praising him, Ning Higashino quickly whispered a reminder, "Entry time is almost here. If you don't want to go in, hurry up and praise Officer Takagi next to you. I can't take it anymore."

Hearing this, Shigehiko Tobu was quite surprised.

But this statement also makes Higashino Ning more in line with his image as a young man.

Shigehiko Tobuchi seemed a little unsatisfied and looked to the other side, "Officer Takagi, let me praise you again, you shouldn't mind, right?"

Takagi Wataru, who was extremely socially awkward, shook his head repeatedly, saying, "No need, no need, I have no achievements to boast about."

Shigehiko Tobu clicked his tongue. "If you don't have anything to say, you can make it up. People need to know how to package themselves. Otherwise, who will pay attention to someone as ordinary as you, and how will you continue to climb the ladder?"

Wataru Takagi: "..."

That's the logic, but...

At this point, Shigehiko Toguchi added, "Even if you don't climb the ladder, you still need to present yourself well if you want to get the attention of the girl you like."

"It's not about completely fabricating, but at least the advantages should be highlighted."

He then became serious again, "Or do you really want me to go into the hotel immediately and get assassinated?"

This attack hit its mark squarely.

Takagi Wataru's expression suddenly hardened. "Please, Mr. Tokuguchi, say a few more words. My strength is that I am honest and kind."

Shigehiko Tobu was quite satisfied and immediately began to praise Wataru Takagi in public.

...

far away.

Gin sat in 356A, frowning repeatedly.

"You mean that guy was praising the police officers next to him in front of the media and was reluctant to enter the venue?"

"Never mind, he'll be in there sooner or later, no need to rush."

"But if we had known he would do this, it would have been more appropriate to have Chianti in this position to carry out the sniping."

Has Vermouth entered?

"Hmm...you guys cooperate well. Also, have you found any trace of that woman?"

Gin's call didn't last long, because Shigehiko Tobukuro finally entered the room at that moment.

He put away his phone and continued watching the surveillance footage that the outer team members had just copied, and casually instructed, "Vodka, send all the manpower out to continue searching the area around the hotel."

...

Beihu City Hotel.

Higashino Ning and Takagi Wataru escorted Tokuguchi Shigehiko to the entrance, one on each side.

Everyone inside was dressed in black.

Today, Higashino Ning himself was dressed in an expensive black suit by Tonguchi Shigehiko.

It's true what they say, clothes make the man. He was so impressed with his own good looks when he looked in the mirror after changing his clothes today. I can't even imagine how handsome he would be in a bespoke suit.

I can exchange the clothes at Sister Tongzi's place, but it's really hard to explain where they came from, as our financial situation is completely mismatched.

This is why that Prada bag is still lying in the system space.

Higashino Ning plans to give the prize money to Haibara Ai when he receives it later.

As a member of parliament, Shigehiko Toguchi is considered a top figure in the parliament, and the proposed amendment has improved his public image.

Many people believed that Shigehiko Toguchi would be able to escape danger and avoid imprisonment this time, so many people took the initiative to come up and chat with him.

As a current "celebrity," Higashino Ning was inevitably greeted and befriended by those people.

Even Wataru Takagi left an impression on this group of high society people.

However, Wataru Takagi has no time to pay attention to these celebrities. He is constantly observing suspicious people and is on guard against assassination attempts.

In comparison, Higashino Ning had it much easier.

He not only had the leisure to look at the huge portrait of the deceased in the venue, but also the interest to admire Vermouth's beauty.

Vermouth, dressed as Chris Vineyard, was holding a wine glass and engaging in conversation with those around her, while the energetic Pisco was maintaining his social circle not far away.

Higashino Ning scanned the surroundings before turning his gaze to Vermouth.

Good looking, love watching, watch more.

Vermouth is on Conan's side, and will inevitably side with the red team in the end.

As a high-ranking undercover agent, she will definitely play a crucial role in the future fight against the organization, so Higashino Ning doesn't really want to clash with the other party.

But this woman just had to pick a fight with Ai Haibara, which made Higashino Ning very unhappy.

"Anyway, we'll try to keep them calm with Conan first. If that doesn't work, then we'll just have to take a shot."

As Higashino Ning was about to look away from the main chandelier, Vermouth's beautiful eyes suddenly turned to him.

The exchange of glances yielded no information.

But Vermouth had already started walking this way, and Higashino Ning also noticed Conan sneaking around in the crowd.

A few breaths later, the dignified Vermouth approached with a slight smile on her face.

"It's impolite to stare at a lady."

Higashino Ning shook his head. "I don't understand."

Vermouth: "..."

She sighed softly and switched to broken Japanese, saying, "Sir, it's not very polite of you to keep staring at me without coming up to say hello."

Higashino Ning understood this time, "I'm socially awkward, please forgive me."

Oh dear... Vermouth realized that the chat opening was truly a complete disaster.

She reacted quickly, immediately turning her attention to Shigehiko Tobukuro, greeting him and asking about his identity.

After learning that Shigehiko Tobuchi was a member of parliament, Vermouth asked Higashino Ning again, "Are you a politician too?"

Higashino Ning immediately pulled out his badge and said, "Police."

His serious and earnest attitude made Vermouth feel that she was about to hear the words "Please come with me" next.

Is this how you behave at work?

Vermouth elegantly raised her glass, glancing at the waiter beside her. "Would you like a drink?"

"No, thank you." Higashino Ning was sparing with his words.

To be honest, Vermouth realized she was getting a little angry.

If you don't want to drink, then don't drink; if you don't want to chat, then don't chat.

Vermouth was about to leave to find Pisco when the doors to the venue suddenly opened.

Everyone present looked up.

Inspector Megure has officially entered the scene!

The officer in the hat had a very clear objective. He spotted his two younger brothers as soon as he entered and immediately strode over.

He looked at Vermouth, "And this is...?"

Higashino Ning quickly explained, "I don't know why she suddenly came over and started chatting me up. I'm trying to get her away."

Several large question marks suddenly appeared above Vermouth's head.

I?

Strike up a conversation?

You were the one who started staring at me!

Well, the reason she came here was indeed to get to know Higashino Ning from a different perspective and enrich her character traits.

Megure glanced at Shigehiko Tobuchi and then at Vermouth, gesturing for Higashino to lean closer. He lowered his voice and said, "Then you'd better get her out of here quickly. It wouldn't be good if she overheard the police's arrangements."

I've heard it.

Vermouth remained expressionless. "Officer, I can walk by myself."

After saying that, she turned and left, her target Kenzo Masuyama.

Chapter 118 The Policeman Who Did Something Wrong

Vermouth made Inspector Megure quite embarrassed.

But once the person leaves, it's fine.

Inspector Megure quickly assigned tasks to Higashino Ning and Takagi Wataru, while Shigehiko Tobukuro listened in.

To be honest, Shigehiko Tobuguchi is feeling a bit conflicted right now.

He is clearly an unforgivable and despicable politician who has used countless insidious methods over the years and has secretly disregarded the law.

Now everyone wants him dead, except for this group of police officers who uphold justice and enforce the law. They want him to live and are even willing to risk their lives to protect him.

The police don't owe him anything.

On the contrary, he owes a great debt to the country, the law, and the people.

If he could, he really wants to be a good person now.

Higashino Ning and Takagi Wataru's mission remained primarily to protect Tonguchi Shigehiko, so Inspector Megure quickly finished speaking and went to negotiate with the organizers of the memorial service to see if it could be suspended.

It is clear that Inspector Megure's negotiations have failed.

The host of the memorial service quietly went on stage and picked up the microphone.

"Everyone."

"Today's memorial service is held in memory of film director Akira Sakamaki."